OTC events cover full range of oil and gas interests

Published 5:21 pm, Friday, April 28, 2017

OTC is celebrating its 48th year and will be offering attendees an interesting lineup of special events.

OTC is celebrating its 48th year and will be offering attendees an interesting lineup of special events.

OTC events cover full range of oil and gas interests

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The Offshore Technology Conference, the world's foremost event for the development of offshore drilling, exploration, production and environmental protection, is celebrating its 48th year and will be offering attendees a lineup of special events.

"This year, the conference will feature the OTC Distinguished Achievement Awards Luncheon to recognize Achievement Award recipients, raise funds for a worthy cause (Oilfield Helping Hands) and provide an excellent opportunity for industry leaders to network with colleagues from around the world," said Joe Fowler, OTC chairman.

Back by popular demand for the second year are the one-day training courses organized by its sponsoring societies. Courses include:

Fracpacking for Sand Control,

Seismic Interpretation in Deep Water Basins, and

The Sustainability Imperative: Making the Case and Driving Change.

"OTC will also host its annual The Next Wave program on Monday, May 1. Designed and organized by young professionals, The Next Wave helps open communication between the generations," he said.

OTC will recognize 17 technologies with the Spotlight on New Technology Award, including awards for two small businesses. The 2017 awards will be presented at 4 p.m. on May 1 at the rotunda in NRG Center.

"The showcase event will present 50 emerging energy companies available for investment. It offers a great opportunity for OTC attendees to learn more about these evolving businesses and enable potential partnerships and investments," Fowler said.

Now in its third year, d5: The Next Big Thing, is scheduled for May 5 and will bring together some of the brightest minds in multiple industries for talks that inspire participants to discover unique connections and solutions.

"In addition to recurring topics, an emphasis is being made on how industry conditions are creating technology breakthroughs; major changes under way in Mexico and Brazil concerning regulation and development of offshore resources; designing and developing offshore renewable energy structures and infrastructure; big data and the growing importance of cybersecurity; while keeping best safety practices top of mind," Fowler said.

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Once a two-hour networking session, the Women in the Industry Sharing Experiences event has been elevated to a half-day program on Wednesday.

"Consistent with its mission to create an inclusive space at OTC, the event includes three sessions where men and women leaders of our industry have opportunities to network and discuss how diversity enhances business performance," Fowler said. "Keynote speakers, panelists and roundtables will focus on the value of a diverse environment, communicating across disciplines, leadership styles and more."